Serving 752 students in grades 5-6, Nazareth Area Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 88%
- Attendance Zone: Nazareth Area Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nazareth, PA, covering approximately 49.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 8.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nazareth Area Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Nazareth Area Intermediate School's student population of 752 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
752 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Nazareth Area Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nazareth Area Intermediate School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#740 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
64%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
75%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nazareth Area Intermediate School's ranking?
Nazareth Area Intermediate School is ranked #740 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nazareth Area Intermediate School?
752 students attend Nazareth Area Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Nazareth Area Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nazareth Area Intermediate School?
Nazareth Area Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nazareth Area Intermediate School offer ?
Nazareth Area Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nazareth Area Intermediate School part of?
Nazareth Area Intermediate School is part of Nazareth Area School District.
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